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Gautam Gambhir wins hearts of Indian fans by his recent remarks on Virat Kohli’s 50th ODI ton

Indian Premier League (IPL) is the world’s most popular and competitive cricketing league where the best players of the world lock horns against each other. Where IPL has united some of the best players of various nationalities, on the contrary, the fans witnessed some of the Indian teammates who are buddies on the field having a go at each other.

Virat and Gambhir’s tussle in the IPL is the iconic of the all. In the recently concluded IPL 2023, the clash between Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir stole the spotlight. On May 1 in Lucknow, during the match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants, Kohli found himself in a heated exchange of words with LSG pacer Naveen-ul-Haq.

The situation escalated post-match, with Gambhir intervening in support of Naveen, turning the episode into a cricketing drama. Gambhir, known for his no-nonsense attitude, stepped in as the mentor of Lucknow Super Giants, adding fuel to the already fiery situation. His intervention intensified the confrontation, making headlines and keeping fans on the edge of their seats.

This wasn’t the first time Kohli and Gambhir clashed. Rewind to IPL 2013, and you’ll find another instance of verbal sparring between these two cricketing titans, adding a historical backdrop to their recent showdown.

 

Gambhir’s Remarks on Kohli’s 50th ODI Ton

In a surprising turn of events Gambhir, in an interview with Star Sports, shared his thoughts on Kohli’s record-breaking 50th ODI hundred against New Zealand. The former India captain said,  “Lockie Ferguson. Ye aap baar baar dikhana, mujhe sab kuch yaad rehta hai.”

Ladai meri sirf on the field hai,” he remarked, displaying a unique camaraderie despite past conflicts. Gambhir’s statement on Lockie Ferguson’s role in Kohli’s milestone left everyone, including cricket expert Piyush Chawla, thoroughly impressed. It showcased the intriguing dynamics of on-field rivalries and off-field camaraderie among cricketing legends.

Looking ahead, Gambhir is set to take on a new role as the mentor for Kolkata Knight Riders in the upcoming season. His insights and strategic vision are expected to shape the team’s performance.

Gambhir’s anticipation of Mitchell Starc as the X-factor and leader of the bowling pack for KKR adds another layer of excitement to the upcoming season. Starc’s versatility in taking wickets with the new ball and in crucial death overs positions him as a key asset for the team.